Serving 908 students in grades 6-8, Hewes Middle School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 25:1 is higher than the California state level of 21:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the California state average of 80% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 908 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 25:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hewes Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hewes Middle School's student population of 908 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
908 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hewes Middle School ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hewes Middle School is 0.64, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2156 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
29%
Student : Teacher Ratio
25:1
21:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
12%
Hispanic
43%
56%
Black
1%
5%
White
41%
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hewes Middle School's ranking?
Hewes Middle School is ranked #2156 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What schools are Hewes Middle School often compared to?
Hewes Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus Tustin Middle School, Santiago Middle School, Pioneer Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
How many students attend Hewes Middle School?
908 students attend Hewes Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hewes Middle School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hewes Middle School?
Hewes Middle School has a student ration of 25:1, which is higher than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does Hewes Middle School offer ?
Hewes Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Hewes Middle School part of?
Hewes Middle School is part of Tustin Unified School District.
School Reviews
5 9/20/2010
very nice clean organized school.
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